Regeneration / Being an Account of the Social Work of The Salvation Army in Great Britain

Name: Regeneration / Being an Account of the Social Work of The Salvation Army in Great Britain
Author: H. Rider Haggard

By H. Rider Haggard

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The author surveys the social services operated by the Salvation Army across Great Britain, detailing men's shelters, free breakfasts, and provisions for the homeless and ex-offenders; workshops, labour bureaux, and emigration assistance; and women's work including maternity hospitals, nursing and receiving homes, training institutes, industrial homes, and lodging shelters. He describes night missions, anti‑suicide efforts, provincial initiatives, and land‑settlement and small‑holding schemes, and offers personal impressions of the movement's leadership and its religious character, closing with practical observations and appendices that consider future developments.

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H. Rider Haggard

H. Rider Haggard was a British author and adventurer, best known for his pioneering works in the genre of adventure fiction. His most famous novel, "King Solomon's Mines," published in 1885, is often credited with establishing the template for the modern adventure story. Haggard's writing frequently explores themes of exploration and colonialism, particularly in Africa, where he spent significant time. His characters often embark on perilous journeys, facing both physical and moral challenges. In addition to his adventure novels, Haggard wrote historical fiction and essays, contributing to the literary heritage of the late 19th century. His works, such as "Allan Quatermain" and "She," remain influential in the adventure genre.